Sequence Of Design And Renovation Works

[velocitired 0]

Hi, got questions on the correct sequence of concept design and follows by actual renovation wrks. Appreciate if you could share your thoughts.

I was puzzled by my ID asking us to select the tiles, and buy the bathrooms and kitchen accessories and lightings, before we even have a glimpse of any 3D design drawings from the ID. Although we stessed that we need the hse to be handled over at certain date. Is this normal or do you experience the same?

However, I really dun feel comfortable on the basis that without any ideas of how the design looks like, we go and spend and commit ourselves. Plus those shops that the ID bring us to (usually single tiles shop, single light shop etc), I think most home owner will buy most or all necesscities from that one shop, so to avoid inconveniences etc. Is this the right approach for us as a buyer? I'm wondering how much commission $ that the shops gave the ID thru' such recommendation of customers?

Thanks in advance.

[uberman 0]

your Id guy is more of a contractor than a designer. Better use a proffesional ID .

The proper sequencs is

1. Concept Design

2. Design presentaion with sample board, plans and 3d

3. Detail Dwgs.

4. Completion.

5. Rectification of Defects.

Hope this helps.

Edited March 4, 2008 by uberman

[velocitired 0]

your Id guy is more of a contractor than a designer. Better use a proffesional ID .

The proper sequencs is

1. Concept Design

2. Design presentaion with sample board, plans and 3d

3. Detail Dwgs.

4. Completion.

5. Rectification of Defects.

Hope this helps.

You're absolutely right Uberman! I shortlisted and signed the contract with this co., which is an ID firm, based on some good recommendations here and after my own price comparison. But I'm not v happy now and fearful that the renovation outcome might go against what I envisioned it to be. I feel that I shd take charge of the situation, and insist on what i think is a logical manner and of cos on the best design that suits my taste.

Another bros or sis got any comments?

[oh oh 0]

You're absolutely right Uberman! I shortlisted and signed the contract with this co., which is an ID firm, based on some good recommendations here and after my own price comparison. But I'm not v happy now and fearful that the renovation outcome might go against what I envisioned it to be. I feel that I shd take charge of the situation, and insist on what i think is a logical manner and of cos on the best design that suits my taste.

Another bros or sis got any comments?

Bro,

ask yourself, after you have selected the tile, light and toilet accessories, then the designer imposed the closest type and colour into the 3D drawing for you to see. Isnt that better?

Rether than he draw draw draw and give you material sample to propose and quote you for it, it will be too expensive. Commercial shop fitting are done this way, but I personally dont think so for residential.

just go ahead and choose your tile, lights etc. then allow the designer to work around these. After which the designer should advise you on the type of chattels to buy. eg, white L-shaped sofa of @ 2.2m long, marble rect dining of @ 1800 x 600mm, chairs of this colour as wall will be painted in this colour etc.... then you can start to search for your chattels. sofa, dining table etc....